Measurement

In this unit, we have looked at aspects of the scientific method and some of the problems that arise when applied in the human sciences. These include Observation, Experiments, Measurement and Laws.
===__Measurement__ can add an element of precision to our knowledge. Although aspects of behavior may be difficult to measure; (happiness, progress, contentment, success)- many variables are relatively easy to measure; (population, age, weight, rate of inflation, income).===

You are likely very aware of how different Universities are rated and ranked at this point in the year as you complete your college applications. In small groups look at the following links to US university rankings.

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Jot down the top-ten from each one... What observations can you make? Are there inconsistencies? Where? Can you form any conclusions about the data presented? What were the different criteria used to rank the universities? How did this affect the outcomes?

What potential knowledge issues can be formulated from this exercise?